Author:
Patil Hiralal,Patel Dilip
Abstract
Bearings play a crucial role in the functionality of rotating machinery, and any defects in these components can result in machine failure. Detecting, diagnosing, and prognosing bearing faults are crucial steps in machine failure diagnostics to prevent malfunctions and breakdowns. While various methods exist for fault detection, including acoustic emission analysis, visual inspection, thermography, ultrasonic, motor current analysis, wear-debris analysis, oil analysis, and vibration analysis, the latter stands out as a popular non-destructive method. This paper focuses on time and frequency domain vibration analysis techniques for detecting faults in floating bush bearings. Particularly beneficial for online monitoring, remote and non-human intervention areas, and hazardous locations, the time-frequency domain approach enhances diagnostic capabilities. The vibration data collected during these experiments has been rigorously analyzed using data acquisition system and applied a comprehensive approach that includes evaluating the data in both the time and frequency domains, as well as utilizing advanced signal processing techniques, notably the high-frequency resonance technique. Test results underscore the effectiveness of specific parameters in identifying defects: waveform, form factor, parameter K, and cepstrum excel in pinpointing external defects, while kurtosis, crest factor, and skewness prove adept at identifying internal faults. In the frequency domain, the enveloped spectrum emerges as a robust method for comprehensive defect detection. The vibration data presented in this paper will prove to be an invaluable resource for professionals engaged in the field of vibration measurement and analysis.
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